Almost everyone has experienced or will experience some anxious moments at some point in their lives. Taking a test, speaking in public, starting a new job, or when another vehicle suddenly pulls out in front of you in heavy traffic are all experiences that can produce a considerable amount of stress and anxiety. From your own personal experience, you can most likely name situations that have set your nerves on edge.

Many people suffer from chronic anxiety, which can affect daily functioning. Anxiety produces a variety of symptoms aside from a general feeling of anxiousness and nervousness that is typically present everyday for those having anxiety disorders. Irritability, heart palpitations, sweating, irritated bronchial tissues, tiredness, trouble sleeping, headache, nausea, stomachaches, irritable bowel syndrome, weigh loss or gain, and many other symptoms are common with anxiety.

There are several prescription medications for treating anxiety. Doctors use many of the same medications for treating anxiety that are used to treat depression as well as other emotional conditions. It is important to note that all prescription medications do not work for every person, and all medications have some risks. You should thoroughly discuss the benefits versus the risks of taking prescription medications with your doctor.

Many individuals have moved towards using supplements and natural herbs to improve and protect their health and for treating conditions such as anxiety instead of using prescription medications. The high cost of prescription medications and fears about their safety has helped spark this new interest in health supplements. Continue reading for information about supplements that can help combat anxiety.

• Vitamins B and C both boost healthy central nervous functioning, which can relieve the symptoms of anxiety.

• People taking supplements to help them battle insomnia may be familiar with Valerian, which can also help reduce anxiety.

• Kava is another herbal supplement that can help to reduce anxiety. Recent reports about the possible dangers Kava poses to the liver have surfaced so you should defiantly ask your DR if this is a safe supplement for you to take, as well as reading published studies and reports on the herb Kava.

• The herb passionflower has shown some promise as an effective anxiety reducer. It produces a sedating affect and is non-addictive according to published medical studies. Scientists and health experts continue to study the effects of passionflower on the symptoms of anxiety in determining which forms of anxiety it may be the most effective in helping.

• Often used as a natural treatment for depression, 5-HTP can also help reduce anxiety.

• Melatonin can help to stabilize moods, regulate sleep cycles, and offer relief from anxiety.

• Selenium can relive the symptoms of anxiety for many people.

• Flax seed oil can help to relive anxiety as well as providing your body the benefits of healthy fats

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